A community is people who come together to have common interests or goals or live near each other. Communities are vital to our lives. They give us a sense of belonging, support, and identity. An intricate part of who we are and how we identify ourselves comes from sharing our lives with others is crucial. It adds to our happiness and well-being.

I remember the day I was saved like it was yesterday. In my young mind, it was so simple that I had a hard time understanding why everyone wasn't saved. As I have grown in my faith (thirty-something years later), I have come to realize that it isn't quite as simple as my childlike mind thought. Not everyone walks the same path and has the same story.

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the word devotional comes from devotion. They define devotion as "an act of prayer or private worship." A daily devotional is a dedicated time every day to develop a closer relationship with God. Every relationship needs time to develop; your relationship with God is no exception. Dedicating time each day allows focus on God and His word. Reading, reflecting, and praying provides a deeper understanding of God.

James 2:26 states, “For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.” Growing your faith requires embracing His word as truth and allowing people around you to see your commitment to God. Faith starts withering when you do not feed it by doing God's work.

Prayer is a powerful and personal way to communicate with God. Through prayers, we are allowed an intimate connection with God. Only He can transform our lives. In Philippians 4:19 it says "But My god shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." God assures us that prayer can move mountains. Through prayer, a strong relationship develops between God and an individual.

What do you do when the world around you seems to be  falling apart?